Theodor Geisel wrote 46 children’s books as Dr. Seuss, sold 650 million copies, and changed how kids learn to read. “The Cat in the Hat” used 236 words to make phonics fun. “Green Eggs and Ham” bet he couldn’t write a book with only 50 words—he won. His stories rhyme with infectious rhythm, teaching kids language patterns while entertaining them. His early work contained racist caricatures he later regretted. Later books like “The Sneetches” taught anti-discrimination lessons. Every English-speaking child encounters his books—making him one of the most influential educators alive.
